2009 SsangYong Stavic vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 958 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 SsangYong Stavic | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Triumph |
| Model | Stavic | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
